Rubber Bounce Back Interlocking Tile

Installation Directions  Rubber Bounce Back Interlocking Playground Tiles interlock using a male and female overlapping tab design and are secured in place using adhesive applied to tile edges, interlocking tabs and tile sub-surface. The Bounce Back interlocking system is designed to aid in the alignment of the tiles as well as to create a fully unified safety surface. While installation can be completed using only adhesive applied to tile edges, tabs and play area perimeter are also recommended and a full spread sub-surface adhesive installation be used. Rubber Bounce Back Interlocking Tiles are designed to be installed in a block pattern.  Installation  It is important to follow all of the site preparation, tile handling, layout and installation instructions outlined within the general Rubber Bounce Back Installation Instructions. Begin by establishing the installation starting point as outlined in the general installation instructions. Install the first tile according to instruction (2a) of the general installation instructions.

 Interlocking Tile Adhesive Application (Diagram A)

 

After finding the installation starting point and installing the first tile, begin by applying a ¼” continuous bead of CX-948 adhesive 9” in from each corner of the installed tile that will abut the next tile to be placed. Additionally, apply a ¼”continuous bead of CX-948 adhesive on the horizontal surface of the male tab of this same tile. Follow by applying a ¼” continuous bead of CX-948 adhesive on the horizontal surface of the male tab on the next tile to be installed.

 Fitting Interlocking Tiles

 

To engage, tilt the tile to approximately 45º. Pushing forward, insert the male tab into the female recess of the adjoining tile. At the same time, overlap the female recess of the tile in hand onto the male tab of the previously installed tile. After installing each tile, firmly press throughout the tile to establish adhesive bond. Check alignment of interlocking tabs and ensure level surface between tiles. Continue to install tiles as outlined in the general installation instructions. If required, Rubber Beveled Edges, Corners and ADA Ramps may be installed after complete installation of all field tiles.

 

  

Installing Perimeter Tiles (Diagram B)  When it is necessary install a full tile against a border or barrier, the outside male tab must be removed in order to provide a flush fit. The removed tab must then be inserted and secured with adhesive in the adjacent female recess.

  

Please refer to “Installation Instructions for Rubber Bounce Back” for additional detailed

installation instructions for preparation, layouts and warranty.

 

           

Diagram A          Male Tab     

Recess    

 Lock Block

 

              

Diagram B

              

6” of CX-948

  DIAGRAM A       6” of CX-948

   9” of CX-948

 Interlocking Beveled Edge Installation (Diagram C)

 Run a ¼” bead of CX-948 adhesive along the entire width of the edge piece approximately ¾” from the top of the bevel. Also place a bead of CX-948 adhesive on the horizontal surface of the male tab on the field tile, similar to the method of tile to tile adhesion. Apply adhesive caulk to the wide horizontal surface of a Lock Block supplied with the order. Insert the Lock Block into the vacant female recess of the field tile. Place the beveled edge over the male tab and the Lock Block. Perimeter edging is adhered to the subsurface using CX-941 adhesive and a 3/16” x ¼” x ¼” flat “V” notched trowel as described in the general installation.

 Outside Corner Installation (Diagram D)

 

Apply a bead of CX-948 adhesive along the entire length of each vertical surface of the outside corner block that will abut an adjacent perimeter beveled edge. Apply a bead of adhesive in an “X” pattern on the subsurface where the corner block will sit. Firmly press into place.

Diagram C            

 Lock Block

 

Diagram D

 

Inside Corner Installation (Diagram E)  

Inside corners are sent as a three piece kit; two 12” x 12” bevels and one 12” x 12” inside corner block. Begin by removing the male tab of the field tile that the inside corner block will abut. Install a Lock Block, as described above, in the female recess of the same field tile. Apply a bead of CX-948 adhesive along the entire length of each vertical surface of the inside corner block. Apply a bead of adhesive in an “X” pattern on the subsurface where the corner block will sit. Firmly press into place. Finish by applying a bead of adhesive along the length of each 12” x 12” beveled as well as in an “X” pattern on the subsurface where the bevel will sit. Firmly press into place.

     

Diagram E